House Surfing
Our House Surfing Carnival was bigger and better than ever this year, with a refreshed format that gave more students than ever a chance to shine. Between extra heats, a new repechage system, and specialised grom (beginner) pathways, the talent and enthusiasm on display were incredible.
Huge shoutout to the 17 surfers who jumped in for the first time this year!
The refinement of our repechage heats gave our surfers multiple pathways to glory. A huge shoutout to Chloe Hosking, who proved why the second-chance format works. After a tough initial heat, she fought her way through the repechage all the way to a win in the Girls Final!
A huge congratulations to our winners:
- House Champions: Bass House: Led by Riley Herbert, Bass House absolutely dominated the tally to secure the title for the second year in a row!
- Open Final: Angus Kennedy (Clarke House)
- Girls Final: Chloe Hosking (Sambell House)
- Middle School Groms: Bass Team. Top surfer: Ella Herbert
Thanks to everyone who made it a legendary day on the waves.
Ben Clark
Head of Newhaven College Surf Academy (NCSA)
Year 3-6 District Swimming
On Tuesday 17 February, thirty-one excited Newhaven College students headed to the Cowes Outdoor Pool for the Year 3-6 District Swimming Carnival. The day was full of sunshine, cheering and some seriously impressive swimming from all our students. Here are a few reflections, sharing the fun, nerves and proud moments from a fantastic day in the water.
Student Reflections
When we got to the Cowes Primary School swimming pool the energy was high and it was extremely hot and humid. Everyone gave their best effort in the pool. By the end of the day, everyone was proud of their effort and enthusiasm, whether they got a ribbon or not. Surprisingly, most people are going to Divisionals! The day ended with a refreshing icy pole.
Isabel, Liv, Eden, Alex and Ava - Year 6
I made it to district swimming and competed in freestyle and backstroke, and I came third in both and in the relay I came second.
Jackson Cohoe - Year 3
My district swimming carnival highlight was swimming in my race and seeing a whole bunch of my friends from other schools.
Matilda Phillips - Year 6
I was so excited and nervous at the same time my first stroke was freestyle, and I came fourth. My second swim was breaststroke, and I came second. My last race was the freestyle relay and we came second.
Lucas Jackson - Year 4
Today I went to district swimming and in my heat I came first in breaststroke. I came third overall, so I have made it to the next level, division swimming.
Milla Kirkhope - Year 5
Division Swimming Success
Last Friday, 27 February, our qualifying Year 3-6 students proudly represented the school at the Division Swimming Carnival held at Korumburra. We are thrilled to share some outstanding results from the day:
Relay Results 1st Place
U11 Boys Freestyle Relay – Austin, Seb, Billy & Sam P
U12/13 Boys Freestyle Relay – Leith, Oscar, Reeve & Cooper
U9/10 Girls Freestyle Relay – Sophie C, Eden B, Imogen R & Mila P
Individual Event Results
Cooper Bennett– 1st Breaststroke
Austin Lynch – 2nd Breaststroke and 2nd Freestyle
Liv Clark- 3rd Freestyle
Sophie Clark– 3rd Butterfly
Imogen Rule – 2nd Butterfly, 3rd Freestyle
Oscar Lamaro – 2nd Freestyle
Mila Potter – 3rd Breaststroke
Eden Bennett- 3rd Backstroke
As a result of these performances, our three relay teams and Cooper (Breaststroke) have qualified for the Regional Swimming Championships in Sale next Thursday.
Congratulations to all swimmers who competed and represented our school with pride. We wish our regional qualifiers the very best of luck in Sale!
MTB Interschool National Championships
This week, 22 students and their families made the arduous journey to Thredbo, NSW, to represent Newhaven College in the Boost Mobile Interschool National Championships.
While the weather was not ideal, the racing was exceptional! Each student competed to the best of their ability and showed exceptional competence on a mountain bike in difficult conditions. Racing against the best of the best in Australia, Newhaven students were able to hold their heads high as they demonstrated their skills.
The students who represented us all so well in this massive competition are: Maxen Mills, Hugo Wright, Flynn Wright, Lucy Thompson, Thomas Confoy, Alasdar McKechnie, Hamish Dakers-Hock, Will Walker, Zac Basterfield, Isla Basterfield, Jude Rigby, Aedan Parker, Hunter Janson, Dash Janson, Miller Micallef, Fletcher Hennessy, Sonny Brebner, Judson Foster, Rohan Wilson, James Titmarsh, Henry Kennedy and Ryder Reid.
An exceptional crew doing an incredible job up in Kosciusko National Park.
Steven Scott
TIC Mountain Bike Academy
Girls Cricket Session
Newhaven College recently hosted a cricket session for girls aged 5-12 as part of the Cricket Blast program. We welcomed 10 Newhaven College participants who took part in a range of batting, bowling and fielding activities designed to build fundamental skills and confidence in the game.
Thank you to Class of 2024 alum, Heidi Driscoll, for organising the session and helping run the program alongside Cricket Victoria. Her support ensured the afternoon ran smoothly and provided a positive experience for all involved.
We look forward to the next session.
Jaclyn Clark
Junior School PE and Sports Teacher
